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July 4 | What to the Slave its the 4th of July? in Anacostia Park

July 4 | What to the Slave its the 4th of July? in Anacostia Park

A re-enactment of Frederick Douglass' famous 4th of July Speech by actor, Nathan Richardson!

FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 3, 2022FREDERICK DOUGLASSComment

JOB ALERT | Part-Time Program Coordinator - $17/hour

JOB ALERT | Part-Time Program Coordinator - $17/hour

Successful completion of a background check and drug test is required as a condition of employment.

JOBSThe Advoc8teJuly 3, 2022HELP WANTEDComment

FOR RENT IN WARD 8 | 139 Joliet Street, SW #B - $1,990/month

FOR RENT IN WARD 8 | 139 Joliet Street, SW #B - $1,990/month

The home hosts three bedrooms with closet space.

REAL ESTATEThe Advoc8teJuly 3, 2022WARD 8, HOME FOR RENTComment

FOR SALE IN WARD 8 | 1120 Barnaby Terrace, SE - $419,000

FOR SALE IN WARD 8 | 1120 Barnaby Terrace, SE - $419,000

Three-level, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, modern interior townhome.

REAL ESTATEThe Advoc8teJuly 3, 2022WARD 8, HOME FOR SALEComment

Arrests Made in Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle and Theft One (Stolen Auto) Offenses

Arrests Made in Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle and Theft One (Stolen Auto) Offenses

June 24th through June 30th, 2022.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 3, 2022STOLEN AUTOComment

MPD 7D WANTED | Suspects Sought in an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) Offense: 600 b/o Alabama Ave, SE

MPD 7D WANTED | Suspects Sought in an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) Offense: 600 b/o Alabama Ave, SE

Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $10,000.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 3, 2022MPD 7D, GUNSComment

🌟 The DC Trail Rangers Are Hiring! Apply by July 6, 2022! [SP]

🌟 The DC Trail Rangers Are Hiring! Apply by July 6, 2022! [SP]

Hiring for two positions! Pay will be $45,760 annually, plus benefits!

SPONSORED POSTThe Advoc8teJuly 2, 2022WABAComment

CRITICAL MISSING | Gilbert Turner, 66

Last seen in the 2100 block of R Street, Southeast, on Friday, July 2, 2022.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 2, 2022CRITICAL MISSINGComment

CRITICAL MISSING | Kamitri Houston, 14

Last seen in the 200 block of I Street, SE, on Friday, July 1, 2022.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 2, 2022CRITICAL MISSINGComment

PAID INTERNSHIP ALERT | National Organization for Women Fall 2022 Internships

PAID INTERNSHIP ALERT | National Organization for Women Fall 2022 Internships

Application Deadline: July 27, 2022, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

INTERNSHIPThe Advoc8teJuly 2, 2022INTERNSHIPComment

Former Union Officer Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement Scheme That Generated More Than $500,000

Former Union Officer Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement Scheme That Generated More Than $500,000

Defendant Used Money for Personal Purchases, Shared Some With a Co-Conspirator

COURTSThe Advoc8teJuly 2, 2022GUILTYComment

MPD 7D | Homicide: 800 Block of Yuma Street, SE

MPD 7D | Homicide: 800 Block of Yuma Street, SE

The decedent has been identified as 17-year-old Dennis Simms, of Southeast, DC.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 2, 2022MPD 7D, HOMICIDEComment

MPD 7D | Arrest Made in an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) Offense: 3300 Block of 5th Street, SE

MPD 7D | Arrest Made in an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) Offense: 3300 Block of 5th Street, SE

21-year-old Darrylvon Williams, of Southeast, DC, was arrested and charged.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 2, 2022MPD 7D, GUNSComment

MPD 6D WANTED | Suspects Sought in an Armed Robbery Offense: 5000 Block of Benning Road, NE

MPD 6D WANTED | Suspects Sought in an Armed Robbery Offense: 5000 Block of Benning Road, NE

Occurred on Monday, June 20, 2022.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 2, 2022MPD 6D, ARMED ROBBERYComment

Arrest Made in Armed Robbery (Gun) and Armed Carjacking (Gun) Offenses in the District

Arrest Made in Armed Robbery (Gun) and Armed Carjacking (Gun) Offenses in the District

A 15-year-old juvenile male, of Southeast, DC, was arrested and charged.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 2, 2022ARMED ROBBERY, GUNSComment

🌟 Free Bike Ride on Sat, 7/2, from Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens! [SP]

🌟 Free Bike Ride on Sat, 7/2, from Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens! [SP]

15 bikes and helmets that can be rented free of charge!

SPONSORED POSTThe Advoc8teJuly 1, 2022WABAComment

🌟 ANACOSTIA ARTS + CULTURE | “Beauty + Decay” by Renee Azcra Woodward opens at Honfleur Gallery [SP]

🌟 ANACOSTIA ARTS + CULTURE | “Beauty + Decay” by Renee Azcra Woodward opens at Honfleur Gallery [SP]

This show combines her love for the macabre with her fine art and fashion experience.

SPONSORED POSTThe Advoc8teJuly 1, 2022Honfleur GalleryComment

July 2 | Intro to Craftivism Class with “Crochet Kingpin” Dwayne Lawson-Brown

July 2 | Intro to Craftivism Class with “Crochet Kingpin” Dwayne Lawson-Brown

Engage in fiber-crafts including crochet, knitting, and needlepoint while listening to podcasts!

FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 1, 2022ANACOSTIA COMMUNITY MUSEUMComment

July 4 | What to the Slave its the 4th of July? in Anacostia Park

July 4 | What to the Slave its the 4th of July? in Anacostia Park

A re-enactment of Frederick Douglass' famous 4th of July Speech by actor, Nathan Richardson!

FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 1, 2022FREDERICK DOUGLASSComment

OPPORTUNITY ALERT | Paid Construction Internship Opportunities at Reunion Square for Ward 7 and 8 Youth

OPPORTUNITY ALERT | Paid Construction Internship Opportunities at Reunion Square for Ward 7 and 8 Youth

Internship is up to four weeks in 2022.

INTERNSHIPThe Advoc8teJuly 1, 2022Four Points LLCComment